April 2002
The U.S. Promised to Assist in the Formation of the Afghan National Army
U.S. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld pledged support for the formation of the Afghan National Army during his visit to Afghanistan. The U.S. is also…
Joint Operation by Pakistan and the U.S. Against the Taliban - April 27, 2002
U.S. and Pakistani forces conducted a joint operation to search for Taliban supporters in northern Pakistan. Approximately 200 Pakistani soldiers and dozens of American soldiers…
U.S. Defense Secretary in Kyrgyzstan - April 27, 2002
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld visited Kyrgyzstan to emphasize the ongoing fight against the Taliban and al-Qaeda. He met with U.S. and coalition forces at…
U.S. Special Forces Operations in Afghanistan - 2002-04-26
U.S. special forces are conducting covert operations in northern Pakistan to locate Al-Qaeda and Taliban fighters believed to be regrouping after being driven from eastern…
International Conference on Drug Control Calls for Assistance in Addressing Drug Issues in Afghanistan - 2002-04-24
The International Conference on Drug Control in Tokyo called for global cooperation to tackle Afghanistan's drug issues. Following the fall of the Taliban, opium cultivation…
Hundreds of British Soldiers Join Operations Against Al-Qaeda and Taliban - 2002-04-16
Hundreds of British soldiers have joined U.S. and Afghan forces in operations against Al-Qaeda and Taliban in eastern Afghanistan. This is the first major British…
Attack on American Soldiers in Afghanistan - 2002-04-14
U.S.-led forces in Afghanistan faced a significant attack from suspected Taliban and al-Qaeda remnants, resulting in enemy casualties but no losses for coalition troops. This…
Investigation into Mass Graves in Bamiyan Province - 2002-04-12
The UN is investigating potential mass graves in Bamiyan Province, Afghanistan, following reports of remains from at least four individuals. This area is significant for…
Soldier Killed in Afghanistan - 2002-04-10
A soldier was killed and seven wounded in a grenade attack on a U.S.-backed Afghan patrol. The attackers, reportedly Arab, were killed by Afghan soldiers.…
The Most Successful Air War in American History - 2002-04-10
The U.S. Navy reports that the air war in Afghanistan against the Taliban and Al-Qaeda is possibly the most successful in U.S. history, with 80%…
Rocket Launch in Kabul - 2002-04-07
This morning, two rockets were fired at the international peacekeeping force's headquarters in Kabul, resulting in no casualties. The identity of the attackers is unknown,…
Security in Afghanistan - April 6, 2002
U.S. and UN military officials are worried about security threats in Afghanistan, particularly from al-Qaeda and Taliban statements encouraging attacks on foreigners. Kofi Annan noted…
Currently, there are no plans for a major offensive operation in Afghanistan.
The U.S. commander in Afghanistan, General Tommy Franks, announced that there are currently no plans for a major offensive operation against Al-Qaeda and Taliban forces.…
A Reward Has Been Set for Killing Foreigners in Eastern Afghanistan - 2002-04-05
In eastern Afghanistan, the U.S. military has discovered flyers offering rewards for killing foreigners linked to the fight against al-Qaeda and the Taliban. This situation…
Afghanistan Remains the Largest Source of Heroin Production
A U.S. drug enforcement official has raised concerns about Afghanistan's ongoing status as the largest heroin producer despite a government ban on opium cultivation. Asa…
John Walker Lind Awaiting Trial - 2002-04-02
John Walker Lind, known as the 'American Taliban,' is awaiting trial with no direct evidence linking him to the intent to kill Americans. Prosecutors acknowledge…
Sixteen More Members of Taliban and Al-Qaeda Arrested in Lahore - 2002-04-02
Sixteen members of the Taliban and Al-Qaeda were arrested in Lahore, Pakistan, following a series of raids. This comes after the capture of around 60…
Six Religious Leaders and 160 Women Attend Loya Jirga - April 1, 2002
The Loya Jirga, a council to select Afghanistan's future government, will include 6 religious leaders and 160 women. It is set to begin on June…